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Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Asst / Manager/Snr Manager (Hub Strategy - Strategic Planning)

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Permanent

What the role is

You will be part of MPA's Strategy & Policy function which helps to drive MPA's medium to long term direction to achieve Maritime Singapore's vision as the world's leading maritime hub. As a member of the Hub Strategy team, you will be responsible for identifying and analysing strategic issues in the global and industry landscapes, and facilitating management decision-making by providing qualitative and quantitative research findings.

In this role with Hub Strategy Department, the job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

  • Conduct regular research and monitoring of both global driving forces and maritime developments.

  • Identify current and emerging trends that may impact Maritime Singapore.

  • Analyse and forecast trends to provide meaningful insights, stimulate different perspectives/scenarios, and assess the implications on Maritime Singapore.

  • Generate ideas and propose recommendations to strengthen Singapore's status as a leading maritime hub.

  • In addition, you may have the opportunity to collaborate with other stakeholders and develop strategies to shape Maritime Singapore's future.

[What we are looking for]

  • Excellent analytical and conceptual skills, with passion to acquire knowledge in new domains, and the ability to think critically and develop thoughtful opinions.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as able to work effectively in teams.

  • Meticulous and work well under pressure.

  • Prior experience in strategic planning, economics, consultancy or maritime industry would be an advantage.

  • Applicants with no experience may apply

About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests. MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative. MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."